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Headstrong Emma of Ashford is marrying Lord Alan, the man of her dreams, when her wedding is interrupted. A woman claims to be his long lost betrothed. But is she truly the woman thought dead since she was a child?
Emma is visited by a ghost. Is this spirit the long dead Carlyn who has come to help Emma declare the other woman an imposter? Or just another deception?
Can Alan and Emma defy the King and family to find the truth of the woman's identity? Can their love be saved?

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Leslie Hachtel was born in Ohio, raised in New York and has been a gypsy most of her adult life. Her various jobs, including licensed veterinary technician, caterer, horseback riding instructor for the disabled and advertising media buyer have given her a wealth of experiences. However, it has been writing that has consistently been her passion. She sold an episode of a TV show, had a screenplay optioned and has so far produced seven novels, including five historicals. "Texas Summer", "The Defiant Bride", "The Dream Dancer" and "Captain's Captive" and "Emma's Dance" are all available at major sites and "Hannah's War" is soon to be released. Leslie lives in Cordova, Tennessee with a fabulously supportive engineer husband, a wonderful stepson, Matt and her writing buddy, Jakita, a terrier. --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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Wendy

An Engrossing Love Story!

Reviewed in Canada on 28 November 2016

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"Emma's Dance" continues from "The Dream Dancer" after Emma Ashford's marriage to Lord Alan Fallsworth is interrupted by a woman claiming to be his lost betrothed. But with discrepancies in the Lady's story the suspicion mounts that she's an imposter especially when Emma is visited by the spirit of young Lady Carlyn who died at six years of age in a carriage accident. When the King refuses to break the betrothal for political reasons Alan and Emma have no recourse but to find evidence of the subterfuge or be separated forever after he's forced to wed the charlatan.

With steamy love scenes as Emma and Alan continually meet to consummate their love, the story quickly heats up as the imposter and her cohorts continually thwart their efforts to discover the truth. With Lady Carlyn's father drugged and any influence Emma's dream dancing might have on the pretender's mother foiled through her death, the lovers search for information in Scotland only to face danger from the antagonists of an old feud.

Fueling the excitement and intrigue of this passionate romance is a lively ghost, the evil of witchcraft and the power of dream dancing to influence people's decisions. Fast-paced, the action never slows as the imposter not only uses her wiles to keep the lovers apart, to build trust with Alan's father who is willing to concede to her demands for the honor of the family, but in hatching a plan to imprison and kill Emma.

Leslie Hachtel has the ability to create characters that are complex, realistic and unforgettable as they struggle to uncover the truth behind a fraud that threatens the lovers' happiness. Emma for years embittered and miserable because of the cruelty of her father was cold, difficult and temperamental- a shrew. With Alan's love and Bryce's friendship she's become caring and compassionate, showing a sharp wit and strong resolve to leave the past behind. Educated and honorable Lord Alan Fallsworth is passionate in his lovemaking and ardent in his resolve to make Emma is wife. The fraudulent Lady Carlyn is a heartless bully, overbearing, rude and ambitious while her younger counterpart once a loving, sweet child tends to be feisty and often petulant but determined to save her father and bring the evildoers to justice. These personalities and others heighten the action and drama of the story making it impossible to put down.

I thoroughly enjoyed "Emma's Dance" a well-structured and riveting page-turner from beginning to end. I look forward to the next book which I hope will not only bring back many familiar faces but center on Bryce's strong and independent friend Margaret.

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Chervinski84

A Romantic Mystery

Reviewed in the United States on 5 November 2016

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Leslie Hachtel has yet to disappoint me with one of her novels and Emma's Dance is no exception. I love how this novel has ties to "The Dream Dancer" and incorporates the same characters from that story. As Hachtel is set to build on Emma's life with Alan, suddenly it is abruptly interrupted by a horrible event that leaves Emma's reeling and questioning everything. From the beginning the author plunges you into a mysterious predicament that may force Alan to marry a long lost and thought dead betrothed Carlyn. Even though Alan's family feel that this prior union between Alan and Carlyn must be honored, many others feel that Carlyn really isn't who she says she is. I find the added touch of including the real Carlyn's ghost adds more mystery and keeps readers intrigued to figure out who this impostor Carlyn really is and who she has enlisted to help her in her evil plot to marry Alan and gain the wealth. There are so many little details that add to this story as well that help pull things together. When readers find that Carlyn has certain markings or that witnesses seem hard to come by, it starts making you think that she may very well be telling the truth, but there is always something that keeps you thinking that something's not right. I found that I was surprised at the ending to find someone was fully faithful to keeping secrets hidden and making sure Carlyn wouldn't get into trouble. As Hachtel starts eliminating those who might hurt Carlyn's case, it starts to provide a better picture. The ending is suspense filled and provides a happy ending to a terrible set of events. I was certainly not disappointed with this novel and will continue to look forward to Leslie Hachtel's other novels as well. This novel was well written and a recommended read for those looking for romance mixed with an air of mystery.

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Serafina Mezzanotte

A good ghostly romance

Reviewed in the United States on 1 February 2017

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I haven't read the first book in this series but I've read other books by Leslie Hachtel and enjoyed them. I was heading out of town recently when I was looking for something I could decide on quickly to read and take with me. I just decided to go for it and get this book. I was not disappointed! I quickly figured out that Lord Alan Fallsworth has pursued Emma of Ashford and she's finally agreed to marry him. On their wedding day, though, the perfect scene is disrupted when a woman who claims she is already betrothed to Alan appears. Is she a ghost? Everybody thought she drowned as a child, but apparently not, and she wants to get rid of Emma so she can live what she believes is the life that is supposed to be hers. In order to stop Carlyn from ruining their dreams, Emma and Alan somehow have to prove that she's not really who she says she is. But can they stop her in time, before Alan has to marry this horrible woman? I'd have liked a little more action in the narrative, but I think the repetitive bits I was reading were meant to give background from the previous story. Overall, it was just what I was looking for on my plane trip and I look forward to reading more of the story!

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JADAS

Can Emma prove the imposter a fake and finally marry her true love?

Reviewed in the United States on 16 September 2016

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Another amazing story by Leslie Hachtel! Book One of the Dance Series leaves us with Emma and Alan standing at the alter ready to say their marriage vows when they are interrupted by someone claiming to be Alan's betrothed. Emma's Dance picks up there and takes the reader for an unexpected ride with several twists and turns and plenty of good humor thrown in.

When Alan and Emma's wedding is stopped by a mysterious woman claiming to be Carlyn, Alan's betrothed, Emma's world is shattered. The thing is, Carlyn is believed to be DEAD! As the story goes, 6 year old Carlyn and her Mother died when the family was riding in their carriage and it was overturned when the horses spooked. The thing was, Carlyn's body was never found. Most assumed that she was thrown from the carriage and ended up in the fast moving water near by. But the woman standing in front of them now is determined to prove she is Carlyn and she deserves to marry Alan. Emma and Alan of course, are just as determined to prove otherwise. When a little ghost appears to Emma and claims to be the real Carlyn, Emma must enlist the help of others around her to seek out the truth.

This book has a bit of everything thrown in; imposters, witches, ghosts, murder, love, secret rendezvous, suspense, a little dream dancing and so much more. I loved the first book in this series and just like that book, I couldn't put Emma's Dance down. It is such a fun and easy read, one that I finished in a matter of just a couple days. I love Leslie Hachtel's writing style and the humor she folds into the story line at just the right places. She is a talented writer and this book is just a another testament to that. I highly recommend Emma's Dance (as well as Book One: The Dream Dancer). It is a great book for readers from young adult to more mature readers. There is some sexual context that may not be suitable for younger readers. I look forward to reading more of Leslie Hachtel's books. Enjoy!

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TN Book Lover

Good story - reminiscent of a fairy-tale!

Reviewed in the United States on 8 November 2016

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Let me start out by saying that I did not read the first book in this series. While I feel that reading the first one might have enhanced this book, I did not feel like I missed anything without it.

I am an avid reader of historical fiction. I love it and this story was on that definitely interested me. I found the story-line to be intriguing and reminiscent of a fairy-tale. From the very beginning, the author captured the reader and made one want to continue reading. I found the characters to be likable and well developed. I felt the story had the right balance between mystery and romance. For the most part, the writing was good and flowed well. My only issue was about half way through the book the story became slightly repetitive and boring. However, I was able to work my way through this part and am glad that I did. The twists that came afterwards, along with the ending were worth it.

While I think reading the first book would have helped, it did not detracted my enjoyment of this book. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in romantic, historical fiction with some mystery and intrigue.

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jksmith4

but it was really nice to have that extra background

Reviewed in the United States on 19 October 2016

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I have read two of Leslie Hatchel’s books, one of them within this series (The dream catcher series). I read “Dream Dancer” which gave me a little background into this book which I am appreciative for, although I don’t think it is necessary, but it was really nice to have that extra background. You get to see the connection between the characters and see how long Alan has really liked Emma. Emma stayed away from people in order to protect herself from getting heartbroken which she must face at the twist in the beginning of the book as Alan’s past creeps up to him. Alan is forced to find out the truth, with the help of Rowland and Bryce. Meanwhile Emma sees the “real” Carlyn I really enjoyed reading how each of the characters grew in this book. I would recommend this book! There is some supernatural work here so if you aren’t into that then it may not be the book for you but if you are so-so it may be worth a shot. I probably would recommend reading “Dream Dancer” first. On a side note I am glad I was not betrothed and could fall in love and marry who I wanted.

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Jengel106

A Imaginative love story!

Reviewed in the United States on 4 February 2017

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Emma’s Dance by Leslie Hachtel is a mixture of romance and mystery thrown in with historical fiction and suspense. The setting started in the countryside outside London where a wedding is taken place. Emma of Ashford was about to wed Alan Lord Fallswoth when a mysterious woman stopped the wedding with a proclaimed “Stop”. She is the long lost betrothed Carlyn who was assumed dead and is putting a claim on Alan. Through the course of this well written story Emma, Alan and a shrew of family members plus the help of one little ghost discover the truth of who is who.
I really enjoyed this story. I liked the headstrong and humorous character of Emma and the witty and independence of Alan. I liked how descriptive Hachtel was with the surroundings and the evilness of some of the characters . I did not read the first book and was fine with not knowing the backstory. I will go back and read the first one because I really love the unique writing style of “Emma’s Dance”. I would recommend this book to a more mature audience there was some sexual content that would be questionable to young readers but to those who like a good adventures and imaginative love story.

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Caitlin G

With a few twists and turns in between we see the lengths that these women will take in order to show their love. Without giving

Reviewed in the United States on 21 October 2016

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This is the second book in the Dance Series. Having read the first book along with many others by Ms. Hachtel, I was excited to read this book. In the first book we met Emma and Alan and learn about Emma's power of “dream dancing”. This book picks up where the first left off. I must say that although I read the first book, I think that anyone could jump in and understand the gist of what had happened. With that said, the book starts out on the wedding day of Emma and Lord Alan. Everything short of asking if anyone had any objections to the marriage, we meet Carlyn. This mysterious woman claims to be the betrothed of Alan. This comes out of left field because there was never any mention of a betrothal in addition to the fact that Carlyn was supposedly dead. It soon becomes Emma's mission to discredit this woman and prove that she is not the person she pretends to be. With a few twists and turns in between we see the lengths that these women will take in order to show their love. Without giving away too many spoilers, there are a bunch of surprises along the way. I can't wait to read more by Ms. Hachtel and see where she takes us with Emma and Alan.

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Joan Loraine

Oh Leslie Hachtel... you've done it again ...

Reviewed in the United States on 8 November 2016

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Oh Leslie Hachtel...you've done it again! Written a novel that I couldn't put down.

While this is the second book in her "Dance" series, it is not completely necessary to have read the first book. It would help some things make sense faster, but it can still stand on its own.

We start the story at Emma and Alan's wedding, but before the actual wedding could take place, someone from Alan's past shows up. This person is Carlyn, Alan's betrothed. In historic times, a betrothal was the same commitment as a marriage. Carlyn was thought to be dead, so how is she there at the wedding?

Miss Hachtel has turned me into a fan of historical fiction, but she does throw in a twist of some supernatural.

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Emma's Dance

Reviewed in the United States on 4 February 2017

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Emma’s Dance is an intriguing story full of romance, mystery, and ghosts. The book starts off with Emma’s wedding to Lord Alan dramatically interrupted by a mysterious woman. She reveals herself to be Lord Alan’s long presumed dead betrothed, which starts off the characters need to prove the woman is a fraud. While Lord Alan investigates the woman’s past, Emma is contacted by a spirit, who may be able to help Emma’s struggle.

I really liked the interactions of Emma with the ghosts, it added a lot of uniqueness to the mystery that she faced and helped show that she was a strong character. The growing relationship between Emma and Alan, the investigations and the mystery of the ghosts made for an entertaining story.

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Well that is an attention grabber!

Reviewed in the United States on 10 September 2016

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Well that is an attention grabber! The story starts out at the alter for Alan and Emma's long awaited wedding. In walks "Carlyn" the childhood betrothal brought back from the dead, literally. Emma and Alan can't be married until this whole Carlyn issue is figured out. Can this really be the little girl presumed dead so long ago? I s this an imposter? Can Emma and Alan be wed? So many intriguing questions and many more mysteries to discover if they are ever to be truly together.
I really enjoyed this book, except for the sex parts. This book would do quite well without them. So many romance stories can't stand on their own, they are plotless and boring, leaving more questions than answers. This is not the case! Some great mysteries kept me reading on in this book.
The author was very descriptive of persons and surroundings. The characters were well formed. The plot was easy to follow, but there were plenty of turns to keep you from knowing all to soon.
I enjoyed this book and I look forward to what I am sure will be the next story about Margaret.

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Belle

A historical romance with a touch of supernatural... or not?

Reviewed in the United States on 22 October 2016

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I must say that I am by now a little biased. I have truly become a Leslie Hatchel fan. I have read five of her books including this one. Another wonderful historical romance in the books for Hatchel. I have read my fair share of romance novels, but I love that Hatchel puts in the element of surprise with a touch of fantasy or supernatural. Not too much to be unbelievable, but just enough to keep the reader on the edge of the page waiting to see if it is real or not.
Emma of Ashford seems to have it all. She is about to marry Lord Alan when his long believed to be deceased betrothed, Carlyn, appears. Is this a ghost? A dream? Or is it real? What are Emma and Alan to do? True love has a way of prevailing, but first they have to fight the powers that be and find out what is really going on.
Once again, Hatchel gives us a well written story that has all the elements of romance that we crave. Can't wait for the next one in the Dancer Series.

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Bonnie P.

Another winner for Leslie Hatchtel

Reviewed in the United States on 2 September 2016

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Just as I enjoyed the first book in this Dance Series, I enjoyed this one too. Emma and Lord Alan are literally in front of the priest, ready to say their wedding vows when a woman says "No you can't marry. I am his betrothal." Back in those days when children were young they were promised to marry by their families. And a betrothal was as good as a legal piece of paper. But is this new woman in the picture for real? She says her name is Carolyn, but Carolyn was supposedly killed when she was a child. Lord Alan and Emma love each other deeply and must find a way to determine if Carolyn is who she says she is, before Alan must honor the betrothal. If you like light romances with a hint of the supernatural you will definitely enjoy this book.

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J.C.H.

Mystery Lady...

Reviewed in the United States on 22 October 2016

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I enjoyed reading this book. Its every girls nightmare to be standing at the alter and someone objects to your marriage. But then for it to be someone who says your guy belongs to her, oh those are fighting words! So this women, Lady Carolyn, says she "back from the dead" and is here to claim her guy. She was his childhood love and they were betrothed until she died in an accident that killed her and her mom. Her dad was severely injured. Everyone standing there can't believe what is going on nor that her story is true. Alan's dad says they can't continue with the wedding because of this so Emma and Alan set out to figure out the truth about Lady Carolyn. The back story of how Carolyn survived is well written and reminds me of a fairytale where a child is found and raised by someone who finds her roaming around. But is it all true or just a plot to get her married to this wealthy man is what I wondered while reading. All in all, its written well and a good book. I am enjoying stories written by this author.

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Rachael

Mysterious Romance

Reviewed in the United States on 19 October 2016

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I think I missed something not reading the first book in the series, but I could not put this story down after I started it! Our story begins at Emma and Alan’s wedding. It should have been a magical day for the two of them but in walks "Carlyn" the childhood sweetheart raised from the dead. Everything comes to a screeching halt between Emma and Alan. Nothing can move forward until the Carlyn issue is taken care of. Is this person who she says she is or some imposter just trying to stop the wedding? Will Emma and Alan every be able to get married?

The author’s descriptive language painted a picture of everything in the story, from the characters to the setting. Easy to follow plot and well-rounded characters made this book a great read! I look forward to reading more by this author in the future!

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